Ekata Training Center - Gym Santa Clarita

Fantastic experience: I wanted to let some time pass before I wrote this review in regards to my experience at Ekata. I have had multiple memberships to various gyms in Santa Clarita. Never have I trained at a martial arts facility such as this one, and I'm beyond glad I signed up here! It's been a little over three months since I've been going here. As challenging as it has been for everyone through COVID, the owners Sifu Ed, Sifu JoAnn, along with their amazing and knowledgeable staff have put in strict protocols to keep the gym running smoothly as well as ensuring the health and well being of the members. Even with COVID, there are plenty of various martial arts classes still running. I'm sure they will add more to the schedule when everything normalizes. If you need any extra insight, they also offer personal training which has helped me grow and gain knowledge in conjunction with the classes which I have attended. The equipment in the weight area is wiped down with sanitizing wipes by the members after every use. Overall, the gym and it's classrooms are very well maintained in all regards. I have had nothing but positive vibes and receive amazing feedback from the owners, staff, and members on the martial arts we practice. Sifu Ed has stated that everyone here is a part of a community that helps one another and it sure felt like that from day one. Another amazing amenity that this gym offers is it's after-school, summer, and kids programs. I don't have any children but if I did, they would for sure be enrolled here. I have spoken with many of the parents that train here with their kids enrolled, and the programs they have for the kids help them grow and instill mindfulness to allow them to progress in various aspects of life. A close friend of mine holds his PhD in psychology and works with the school districts out here Santa Clarita. When he found out I was going here, he told me that Ekata and Sifu Ed does amazing work with our youth to help guide and train them with that practice of mindfulness. Jeet Kune Do is the major emphasis of most of the classes we learn here. It is a wonderful self-defense art that also incorporates many other forms of martial arts which are taught here as well. I highly recommend this training center to anyone who has any degree of curiosity in regards to the martial arts. Check it out. You'll be glad you did!

Fantastic experience: I have been practicing meditation and JKD martial arts at Ekata for several years. The training I received from Ekata has improved my stamina both physical and mental. I found myself having less mind chatter and can stay focus at ease under stressful situation. I look forward to the meditation class in the morning to loosen up tension and negative fixation. The JKD class is a good workout and I learn how to protect myself and sharpen my cognitive function. Join us and give it a try!

Fantastic experience: Sifu Ed and Joanne are amazing! Best whole life training you can find in LA. Whether training in martial arts, learning meditation, or just wanting a clean gym, this place has it all! Love the staff and the familial feeling you have here. Highly recommend!!!

Fantastic experience: We switched from another martial art/after school program in Santa Clarita and we love Ekata. I love healthy snacks program and the classes offer. Staffs and instructors are very nice and knowledgeable. On top of everything, no extra charge for camp on no school day and no belt testing fee makes I love Ekata even more.

Fantastic experience: By far the best gym, martial arts classes, and training facility in town. I've been going here since May, and absolutely love it! Brand new, clean, high end fitness equipment.. beautiful interior design, and a State of the art body composition testing machine. I really enjoy their focus on Mindfulness. From their meditation room, to the way they structure their classes. Love it, and will continue to come here for a long time! :) PS There are a LOT of different classes and services here.. different martial arts, yoga, Aerial Silks, voice lessons, and massage rooms. A truly well rounded facility!